A new category in the YUMI FM PNG MUSIK AWARDS 2023, the Album of the year award was presented to a rather shocked Sprigga Mek for his album-Kanaka Messenjah. He dedicated this album to his fans and the underground hiphop community. ” It's an honour, this is for PNG Hip hop. Thank you." 4Blordz & Dan Blantz bagged the song of the year award for their hit song 'Aburusim'. Representing the band, Drex Bluntz stated that they were very happy as this was their very first award as a group. "We were really happy to be nominated for this award and this win means so much to us as first time winners of this award." "Thank you to the listeners and everyone who supported during the recording and producing and to the YFMPNGMA as well." Best new artist of the year award went to the new kids on the block, Shadows of Souths for their song 'Lewa Lewa' who were thankful for the massive support from the listeners for making this happen for them. Meanwhile bagging the YUMI FM PNG MUSIK AWARDS Listener's Song Choice of the year sponsored by Kumul Consolidated Holdings were Zone 5 Crew for their hit 'Puppy Love'. Lead singer Johannes Sogoromo was excited and appreciated the listeners for this award as well. "It's good to be finally recognized."